The AUS residential halls provides a range of high quality facilities in it's eight men's and four women's dormitory buildings.

Our Mission:

The main objective of AUS Residential Halls is to support and complement the mission of the university and its academic programs by creating a comfortable and safe environment that contributes to the success of resident students' educational progress and personal growth.

Interdormitory Sand Soccer tournament (Spring 2008)

25 teams participated in this Spring semester interdormitory six-a-side sand soccer tournament. The second season, of this sand version of soccer, drew more interest than the previous one of Fall.

Dorm CD Men’s team won the tournament with KL coming close second and EF Men achieved third position. All the finals were very closely fought and had to be decided on penalties.

The winners were awarded medals and cups during the Residential Halls Sports Day presentation ceremony that was held on 30th April 2008.

Farewell Party for Graduating  Students ( Spring 2008)

In the month of April, Residential Halls Department organized farewell parties for the second set of graduating resident students for the academic year 2007-08. Notably, this was the first time that private sponsorship was obtained for this event.

In the women's dormitories

On 15th April 2008, over 150 students participated in the farewell party for the women's dormitory residents who were graduating from AUS. As in previous farewells, the graduates reminisced about their time in the dormitories and their close bond with the staff and other residents.

A cake was cut by the graduates and a fine evening of cultural perfomances was enjoyed by the participants. The Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Dr. Moza Al Shehhi, was among the guests and joined the staff as well as the sponsor’s representatives in the garden of GH Women's dormitory for the event.

In the men's dormitories

The men's dormitory residents witnessed the farewell party for the graduating students on the 22nd April 2008. The outdoor venue was in front of the CD Men dorm and was well decorated to signify the happiness the staff and other residents share for the graduating students.

Performance included a rock band , solo musicians and two Debkaa dance groups. A buffet was organized for this event which saw an above average turnout of over 250 students. Manager of Residential Halls, Mr. Mohammed Madi, congratulated all the graduating students. He thanked the guests that included the sponsor’s representatives and the Director of Student Activities, Mr. Munketh Taha for their participation.

MN Men's dorm wins interdormitory Sand Soccer tournament

On 12th December 2007, a hard fought Beach Soccer final had to be decided on penalties. Both the finalists, MN Men( team B) and GH Men ( team E) put up an exciting show for their supporters who were watching this sport for the very first time at AUS. At full time the scores were leveled 1/1 but the MN team kept their cool during the penalty shoot outs and won 2/1.

The third place position went to CD Men ( team A) who beat EF Men ( team A) 1/0.The above teams were announced winners from the competing 22 teams who participated in this six-a-side tournament. The sandy area behind GH Men dormitory was the venue for the complete tournament that had started in November 2007.

Mini-marathon for Dormitory Residents

A mini-marathon was organized for the resident students on 28th November 2007 and was well participated. The winners were awarded medals and the first place position for the male ( student Nawaf Al Daen of KL Men) and the female (student Sarah Carol Kassas of G Women) were also given winner's cup.

Apart from Residential Halls staff , campus security and AUS health clinic staff were present to monitor the race to ensure safety of the participants.This event is part of the inter-dormitory sports activities conducted each semester.

Farewell Party for Graduating  Students ( Fall 2007)

Continuing with the tradition of organizing farewell parties for graduating students who reside in the dorms, the Residential Halls Department organized one party for male and one for female students.

In the women's dormitories

This social and multi-cultural event was held on 20th November , in the premises of G women's dorm and was attended by over 150, including graduating students,dorm residents and staff .

Activities organized included, cultural dances,fashion show, musical instrument players and singing.Balloons were released and a cake was cut to convey farewell greetings to the Graduating students.

In the men's dormitories

The Graduating students from the men's dormitories shared a pleasant evening with their friends in a party organized by Residential Halls Department. The event was held on Tuesday, 27th November to provide fond memories to the graduating students as they leave the dorms after their long stay.

250 Students and staff, including 70 graduating students enjoyed a good meal , traditional Dubkaa dance , Tug-of war and musical performances from dorm residents. The occasion was also used to announce the inter-dormitory tournament winners for Table Tennis, Billiards and Chess.

Beach Soccer Tournament

A nice addition to the activities for Resident Male Students is the Beach Soccer tournament that started on the 20th November,2007. This offers a convenient facility and healthy entertainment to the participants. The area behind GH Men Dorm has been prepared for this tournament. Twenty two teams are participating in this six-a-side competition from the eight male dorms. In future Volleyball tournaments are also going to be organized on the same location.

Farewell Party for Graduating  Students ( Spring 2007)

As part of the Residential Halls roles of providing activities as well as to show appreciation to students who spent a period of their lives in AUS dormitories, Residential Halls Department and the dorms students organize farewell party for all the graduating students. Two parties were held in Spring 2007, one in the male dorms and the other in female dorms.

In the men's dormitories

A well participated farewell party took place outside CD Men dorm. Individual and group performances by the resident students included stand-up comedy, Dubkaa dance, speeches, Tug-of-war and musical instrument players. The outdoor venue and the performances were enjoyed by all. Gifts distribution ceremony was held for all the graduating students.

In the women's dormitories

A truly enjoyable evening for the girls in the dorms included group and individual dances and singing. A sumptuous meal was served to all and the event was witnessed by none other than the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Dr. Moza Al Shehhi along with a number of Residential Halls female staff.

Sports Open Day 2007

Encouraging the competitive spirit, a sports day took place that was open to all AUS students, faculty and staff. The event was a joint collaboration between the Sports Complex and the Residential Halls and culminated in an award ceremony for all the successful players. Prize distribution was done in the presence of Chancellor Dr. Winfred Thompson and VCSA, Dr. Moza Al Shehhi.

Important Dates

11th February 2008 - Inter-dormitory sports tournament

7th April 2008 - Annual Sports Day

15th April 2008 - Farewell party for graduating students (female)

15th April 2008 - Pre-registration for summer 2008

22nd April 2008 - Farewell party for graduating students (male)

1st May 2008 - Pre-registration for Fall 08/09

25th May 2008 - Check-out Spring 2008

8th June 2008 - Dorms open for Summer 2008

25th July 2008 - Check-out date for Summer I

27th June 2008 - Check-in for Summer II

14th August  2008 - Dorms open for Fall semester

Above dates and events are subject to change and related to Residential Halls events and activities